Cooking Method: Searing
North African Lamb with Chili, Ginger, Chickpeas and Couscous
Launching in his breakout 1999 debut The Naked Chef, this North African Lamb with Chili, Ginger, Chickpeas and Couscous remains one of Jamie Oliver's most iconic recipes. This dish simplifies traditional North African tagine flavors into an easy, one-pot comfort meal. I made this for a client. I really do not like lamb, so I gave the searing of the meat task to my husband. Next time, I will make it with beef. I did get rave reviews from my in-house tasters! I have no idea how I survived living in England for all those years, having to endure the dreaded Sunday lunch leg of lamb!
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 30 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Tuscan Melting Cabbage
If you’ve ever doubted that a head of cabbage could be the star of the show, Tuscan Melting Cabbage is here to change your mind. You start by searing thick cabbage wedges until they’re deeply caramelized, then nestle them into a rich, savory cream sauce spiked with sun-dried tomatoes and salty Parmesan. A final slow-roast in the oven transforms the cabbage until it's "meltingly" tender and golden. It’s an easy, budget-friendly side dish that tastes absolutely incredible.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 15 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Sticky Chicken Thighs
Elevate your weeknight routine with this spicy, sweet, and Sticky Chicken. This one-skillet dinner features succulent chicken thighs coated in a handcrafted spice rub and seared to perfection. Finished with a luscious, glossy honey glaze, it’s a 30-minute meal that perfectly balances heat, honey, and heartiness. Serve it with rice and your favorite vegetables.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Chicken Piccata Meatballs
Enjoy a classic with a twist! These one-pan Chicken Piccata Meatballs simmer in a zesty lemon, caper, white wine, and butter sauce. They're perfect for serving over a bed of pasta, fluffy rice, or creamy mashed potatoes.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Pork Chops in Lemon-Caper Sauce
Tired of boring pork chops? It's time to elevate your weeknight dinners! These Lemon Caper Pork Chops are a simple yet incredibly flavorful dish. These tender, juicy chops are smothered in a rich, savory sauce made with bright lemon and briny capers. Easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress, this dish is a must-try!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Salmon With Anchovy-Garlic Butter
Our friend Jeanne invited us to dinner and made this Salmon with Anchovy-Garlic Butter. It's a simple yet incredibly flavorful dish that highlights the delicate taste of salmon. The anchovies add a rich, umami flavor without being overpowering. If you're new to anchovies, start with a smaller amount and adjust to your taste.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Seared Salmon with Blackberry-Wine Sauce
I love testing salmon recipes. Seared Salmon with Blackberry-Wine Sauce is really delicious and rather an unexpected combination. It marries the delicate flavors of salmon with the sweet-tart tang of blackberries and the richness of wine.
By - Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Hard Cider Pot Roast with Mushrooms, Carrots, and Onions
Hard Cider Pot Roast with Mushrooms, Carrots, and Onions is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for autumn. The beef chuck roast is braised in flavorful hard cider and beef broth with mushrooms, carrots, and onions until it is fall-apart tender. The resulting gravy is rich and savory, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. You can serve over/alongside creamy mashed potatoes or herbed wide noodles.
- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 3 hrs 5 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Pork Tenderloin Medallions in Lemon-Mustard Sauce
Pork Tenderloin Medallions in Lemon-Mustard Sauce is delicious and easy to make and is a perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork is tender and juicy, and the sauce is light and flavorful. It’s also relatively healthy, as it is low in fat and calories. The sauce would work on chicken as well.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Firecracker Salmon
This sweet and spicy Firecracker salmon is delicious. The salmon fillets are marinated in soy sauce, hot sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. You can tone down the hot sauce if you don’t want it too spicy. The salmon is then seared in a pan on both sides until cooked through and crispy. Serve with rice and stir-fried vegetables for an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
